Fluticasone / salmeterol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 1, 2022

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Female and a vet. Express Scripts (ES) substituted Wixela for Advair without notice. Gave it a go and it gave me asthma! Had been using Advair for decades without issues and rarely had to use my ProAir inhaler. Wixela side effects: Tightened chest, labored breathing, coughing, therefore could not walk short distances, sore throat, headache, plus hives! Notified my doctor and quit taking Wixela...side effects subsided, hives disappeared, yet I had to use my rescue inhaler several times a day. Doctor submitted a prior authorization (PA) and new script for Advair, as prescribed, no substitute or generic to ES. PA was denied without any rationale. Was told by ES that only the doctor could appeal. Submitted a letter to my State Senators through the American Medical Association-Improving Seniors' Access to a Timely Care Act (S.3018), explain this all. Also submitted a grievance to Medwatch-FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program. Others should do the same."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 1, 2012

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I was on Advair for about five years and was able to breathe easily almost immediately after starting it. Before Advair, I used albuterol 6-10 times daily. I used to take the 500/50 Advair only once per day. Using it twice a day didn't make a difference in breathing, so that saved some money. I never had a thrush problem; actually, I never rinsed out my mouth at all. The reason I'm not using it any longer is the HUGE cost. My insurance is no longer covering it and I cannot afford over $300 for just one diskus. Am now taking Singular and am back using the albuterol rescue inhaler 6-7 times a day."

• shellie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 19, 2020

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for COPD, Maintenance "Advair Diskus helped my breathing by day two. I loved it at first, other than the cost. By week three my joints started to hurt and by 4th week I was having some real joint pain. After seeing the doctor and stopping the Advair discus the pain stopped within a few days. This has been a problem for me with some other COPD meds but this was by far the worst for pain for me."

• 24hou...
• February 6, 2021

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Forced by insurance to switch from side-effect-free Advair 500/50 to Wixela. At first I could not figure out why I was nauseous every morning and evening, and it only kept getting worse. After five or six days, the nausea was extreme and that evening I was vomiting and flu-like twenty minutes after my evening dose. Finally put it together, and realized Wixela was not only causing it, but was probably the reason my cough and phlegm level had been worse that week. Of course my doctor insisted it is "the same" and the insurance has denied my request to go back to Advair. This product is NOT the same. Reading the horror stories on here has convinced me that this medication is dangerous. I will be rationing my precious Advair. Cannot afford $400 a month for it. Hopefully my doc with switch me to something else, but Advair works so well, I am livid."

• Anonymous
• May 4, 2010

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "If Advair is causing side effects in your mouth and throat, TRY RINSING AND GARGLING WITH SALT WATER immediately after using Advair. This simple process has made Advair tolerable. And like my doctor says, "You must breathe". "

• Dumb-...
• December 19, 2017

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Things that they don't tell you about this poison. The only thing I was told about this stuff was the possible weight gain. They never said that asthma can be cured. They never told me about the extreme mood swings. etc.. I can go on and on and on. Do your self a favor and research all the natural cures for asthma. You will be amazed what you find out."

• Merkle
• December 25, 2014

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Age 59 Male. After having allergy asthma probably or decades a wet Spring after ugly winter and removing moldy insulation and ended me up at doctors. Started on 100/50. It helped but not enough. Ended up getting 250/50 and have been on since (4 years). It didn't stop the fairly constant post nasal drip which was almost constant at night. Got Singular for that and have taken ever since (4 years). I'm fine and dandy ever since and can do heavy workouts etc. Problems: Leg cramps, foot cramps hand cramps. I've always had a few but they can get ugly taking, I find drinking water, taking daily multivitamins and Magnesium keeps them at bay. Dry, sensitive mouth= no more medium or hot salsa etc. Watch your teeth."

• Mcsmile
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 29, 2015

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for COPD, Maintenance "I have been taking Advair 250/50 for going on 3 years and I love it! My breathing oxygen level stays in the high 90's and I haven't make a trip to the ER for not being able to breath after I started it. Highly recommend it even tho it is pricy"

• Thumber
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 30, 2015

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Was prescribed Advair two weeks ago and haven't used Albuterol inhaler since. I notice easier breathing immediately and had absolutely no side affects. I don't even taste it but always rinse anyway. Before using Advair, I was using the inhaler about 10 times a day and still was out of breath when I tied my boots. After two days on Advair, I was able to attend a Packers game and walked about a mile to the stadium and another 60 flights of stairs to get to our seats. I would have been dead the week before. I'm hoping I can continue using this medication without getting any side affects. I have my life back and want to keep it that way."

• lady...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 14, 2019

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I'm a 48 years old - never had asthma. Multiple respiratory infections left me wheezing daily. Doc prescribed Albuterol plus Advair. I was scared to start meds and didn't for a few weeks. Wheezing got bad enough I went back to doc., talked about concerns, and they explained importance of use. I started it in the office 3 weeks ago- I feel so much better now. I didn't realize how bad my breathing was. I haven't needed the Albuterol since. (knocking on wood!) Side effects for me= nervousness for ~hour after use; intermittent mild throat irritation; increased # of heart palpitations (have had for years). I wish I would have started it sooner."

• SKBW
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2013

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Prescribed Advair Diskus (250/50) twice a day. My blood pressure was 130/80 when I started medicine, which is about the highest if has ever been. I was not suppose to go back to the doctor for 30 days. But luckily last night I had my blood pressure checked, it was 151/98-I was shocked! I have only been on the medicine 15 days. Advair probably helped me through my upper respiratory problems, but I think I should have been warned about this side effect."

• Dooley
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 17, 2021

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Using Wixela 500 for 4 months. Inferior product - shocking that it passed FDA. Mechanism is terribly awkward - difficult to open and hold while pressing down on "release" handle, particularly with arthritic hands and fingers. Should be redesigned or taken off market. Not even close in comparison to Advair."

• erin
• July 8, 2014

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I was prescribed this inhaler for my asthma and I found it did a good job of bringing my breathing back to normal. However, I also experienced numerous side effects from the medicine such as very painful leg cramps/spasms that kept me from sleep and at times work/school and recurrent bacterial sinus infections (ie. Facial/ear pain, ringing in ears, headache) which I had never had prior to using Advair. I also had a sore throat at times while on this medication which to me is very minor and I would have continued use if this was the only side effect. Although it was not a good fit for me I would recommend this medicine to others who are struggling to control their asthma."

• Wendy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 23, 2021

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I ended up going to the ER after taking my first dose due to an adverse reaction. I had trouble swallowing, felt short of breath, tightness in my chest , face flushed, fast heart rate, and numbness and tingling in my fingers."

• Sageg...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 5, 2016

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Asthma since 26, year round allergies, Advair and montelukast for years. Feel i'm alive in my 70s because of some smart, caring Doctors. Biggest problems--no generic and super expensive now that prices have been raised. Donut hole every Year! Used to be more reasonable. Not advised to change since Advair and monte work. But can't afford to use 2 times a day as doctor recommends. I think it is Mylan also that raised prices out of seniors reach. Please help bring price down again. Thanks. Insurance covers part reasonably than too high in donut hole."

• Mrs...
• April 8, 2013

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Been on 250/50 Advair for just over a year. It does great at preventing asthma attacks. I still have congestion & coughing. Despite rinsing my mouth & brushing my teeth after use of Advair, my voice has become quite hoarse within the last 2 weeks. I'm thinking of switching back to Symbicort. I took Asmanex before taking Symbicort but it wasn't sufficient to control my asthma."

• VLN
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 5, 2015

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I had been on Advair for ten years and enjoyed not having asthma attacks, being able to exercise without using a rescue inhaler all of the time. Unfortunately due to the cost of Advair my insurance has dropped it from the list of medications they will cover and I have been switched to another brand. The new one does not work as well."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 21, 2021

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I have COPD and asthma. Wixela makes me cough, when you can't breath well trying to breath in powder is ridiculous, it does not work as well as my Advair hfa did, walking to the mail box maybe 60 feet I shouldn't have to use my rescue inhaler"

• AJano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 28, 2021

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I was on Breo for about 3 years and was breathing normally. I never had to use my albuterol inhaler. At the beginning of the year the price of Breo skyrocketed for me so I decided to try Wixela. It never worked. It started with a sore throat (I am very careful to rinse my mouth and spit out the water after each use.) After a few days the coughing started. I tolerated that only because it was a weekend and I couldn’t call my doctor. I am going back to Breo, I’m so angry that this drug was approved. My scenario was mild compared to what others are going through. Scary stuff."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 17, 2019

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I have suffered with asthma my entire life so I am familiar with many drugs used to treat this disease. Advair was prescribed to me 30 years ago and I have loved it from the beginning. I no longer had to suffer with the jitters and hyper behavior, like ALL of my prior medications. I take this daily/as prescribed and have no complaints or awful side effects. Sometimes my breath smells bad as a result but I can breathe so I can't really complain. Thank you-now if only I could get my insurance provider to cover it."

• asthm...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 18, 2021

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Wixela is AWFUL. Like many other folks here, my asthma was well controlled with another medication - in my case, a very low-dose Advair. When my insurance forced me to switch to Wixela, it didn't work at all. My doctor increased dosage a couple of times, and still no relief. In these days of Covid, every time I cough, which is all day long, people around me look terrified. (I've tested negative for Covid many times. This is just my asthma.) Why is this Wixela garbage even still on the market? I'd give it a zero-rating if that were an option. IT DOES NOT WORK."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 3, 2022

Wixela Inhub (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "Please read this. I used Advair for years then the pharmacy substituted Wixela. It did nothing. Went back on Advair and it was great. Then the doctor asked if I could try the generic made by Prasco. It was very good and have used it for a couple years now. Turned out it’s Advairs own generic. Give it a try. I have been very happy with it. It even comes in the same dispenser as Advair. I don’t know what the deal is Wixela because it’s supposed to be the same medication but I agree with what I’ve read here. It has a problem!"

• THE...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 11, 2015

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "This medicine changed, on a fundamental level, my quality of life. I went from nearly always being out of breath due to asthma to practically never needing a rescue inhaler. It made my asthma vanish."

• Ell...
• March 3, 2010

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for Asthma, Maintenance "I have been using Advair for about 5 years. When I first noticed my wheezing and coughing, I thought I had a cold, But the doctor said it is bronchial asthma. He started with Prednisone and Advair. I soon felt better I stopped the Prednisone and I am on Advair 250/50 since. Recently I was advised to see a Chiropractor he promised to help take me off all medications and I will be okay. What a mistake? In order for him to do this I had to stop my Advair, because he said he can't fight with it, I must first stop taking it. The end result was that I spent about $400.00 for twice a week visits. I saw no results on the contrary my wheezing came back full force with the tightness of my chest I had to start all over again with the medications."

• watzk...
• September 14, 2010

Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol) for COPD, Maintenance "Used it before, but then had it changed to Symbicort. No way of telling which one is better. I seem to get a lot of head colds and sinus drainage with both. Now my MD is putting me back on Advair 250/50, but I doubt it will be effective at all. I walk 5 miles a day in an hour and 13 minutes. So if my time improves a little, then maybe it does help more than Symbicort did."